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Come along to our SFX Makeup Workshop where you'll learn the skills to create bold, eye-catching looks! From bruises and cuts to dramatic transformations, you'll explore special effects techniques and bring your imagination to life. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries 

Date and time

Monday 27th July 

3:30-5:30 pm 

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Are you interested in making and designing? Do you want to see some of your designs and ideas realised? Join the young makers group this summer and work towards building projects for Oasis Youth Centre. Learn new skills, meet new people and even work towards achieving your Dynamic Youth Award. For 14-17s. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Tuesdays 28th July & 4th, 11th August

Thursdays 30th July & 6th, 13th August

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If you have additional support needs or disabilities, this group is for you. Join us to meet people your age, make friends and take part in fun, confidence-building activities. We are a friendly, inclusive space where you can try new things, be yourself and feel part of a supportive community. Ages 12-25 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries 

Date and time

Mondays at 6:30 pm- 8:30 pm 

13th July - Wellbeing Night 

20th July- Games Night 

27th July- Sports Mash-up 

Interested in events? Whether you're drawn to performing, lighting, sound or the buzz of backstage action, you can build real skills and get hands-on experience in the world of events. Step in and level up your craft. Age 14-17

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Tuesday 28th July, 4th and 11th August 

4-5:30 pm 

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If you are a young woman and want to meet new people and try new things in an environment that is dedicated to girls, come along to our girl group. Including football skills, clay mirror-making, vision board development, and more!

Location

Oasis Youth Centre, Dumfries

Date and time

Tuesday 28th July, 4th and 11th of August 

2 pm- 4 pm 

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Come along to our Summer Movie Night series. Hang out with friends and relax whilst watching a different film each week. 

Location

Oasis Youth Centre,  Dumfries

Date and time

Tuesdays 4-5:30 pm 

28th July- Horror Movie 

3rd August- Fantasy Movie 

11th August- Comedy Movie 

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Keen to explore nature? Want to do a digital detox night focussed on helping YOU get back to basics with nature? Pop along and try lots of different activities exploring all things nature! P6-S6.

Location, Date and time

Thursday 16th July - Lockerbie Town Hall - 3 - 4.30pm

Monday 10th August - Moffat Academy - 5.30 - 7pm

Tuesday 11th August - Richard Greenhow Centre, Gretna - 1-2.30pm

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A youth group for young people aged 12-18 who are home educated. Come along to socialise, gain qualifications, learn about different topics and take part in fun activities. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries 

Date and time

Mondays 

13th, 20th, 27th July and 3rd and 10th August 

1:00-3:00 pm 

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Get ready for our laser tag competition- fast, fun, and full of friendly rivalry. Team up, dodge the beams, and battle it out for bragging rights. Bring your energy and your crew for an unforgettable night.

Location

Date and time

Johnstone Bridge Community Centre- Friday 31st July 6-8 pm 

Moffat Academy- Monday 3rd August 5-7pm 

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Our Crime Scene Investigation Workshop will help YOU discover the science behind solving mysteries! Work like a real CSI as you examine clues, analyse evidence, and learn how forensic techniques help crack cases. 

Location

Youth Enquiry Service, DG1, Dumfries. 

Date and time

Monday 3rd August 

3:30 pm- 5:30 pm 

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